GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Time Flies session
Our independent guide breaks down Time Flies into five observable systems—world layout, goal selection, lifespan variance, flight mechanics, and death triggers—so you can notice patterns and decide how to spend each fleeting moment.
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Map the Zones
Sketch a simple map of the hand‑drawn world, marking areas where life expectancy feels longer. Comparing these zones helps you locate safer spots for ambitious goals.
- Observe visual cues that hint at nearby goals.
- Note how life expectancy shifts when you cross into a new zone.
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Goal Cataloguing
Write down each available goal and note its difficulty. Cross‑reference this list with your zone map to match goals with locations that give you enough time.
- Mix active goals with moments of relaxation to vary pacing.
- Track which goals feel most rewarding for future attempts.
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Physics Trials
Spend a short session focusing solely on flight—test take‑offs, landings, and glides near different surfaces. Record which techniques feel most reliable.
- Plan ambitious goals in regions with longer expected lives.
- Watch how the timer changes immediately after moving.
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Death Log
After each fatal event, note the cause and location. Over several attempts, patterns emerge that reveal the most common hazards.
- Experiment with different flight angles near surfaces.
- Notice how speed and momentum feel in open space versus tight corridors.
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Relax vs. Action
Alternate between active goal pursuit and the passive option of cleaning wings and listening to music. Observe how each mode influences your perception of time.
- Treat each fatal encounter as a learning moment.
- Compare which hazards appear most often in each region.
